Rensselaer, New York – A rainy and stormy stretch begins in Rensselaer on Tuesday, with thunderstorms possible in the afternoon and showers lingering throughout the week. Conditions should clear up by the weekend, offering a much-needed break from the wet weather.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, a 90% chance of showers and thunderstorms will move into the Rensselaer area after 2 p.m. Tuesday. Highs will reach 67°F, and winds will be gusty, with southerly winds increasing to 10 mph. Thunderstorms may bring brief heavy rain, lightning, and gusty winds. Rain totals of up to a half inch are possible through the evening. Tuesday night brings lingering rain with a 90% chance, and temperatures will dip to 56°F.
The wet weather continues on Wednesday, with a 70% chance of showers, primarily in the afternoon. Highs will stay near 70°F, with winds calming. By Thursday, the storm risk decreases to 30%, but a slight chance of showers continues, and temperatures will remain mild in the mid-60s. Friday’s rain chances rise again, with 60% probability of showers.
🌧️ Five-Day Rensselaer Spring Forecast:
- Tuesday: 90% chance of thunderstorms and rain, high 67°F
- Wednesday: 70% chance of showers, high 70°F
- Thursday: 30% chance of showers, high 66°F
- Friday: 60% chance of rain, high 57°F
- Saturday: Partly cloudy, high 63°F
Weekend plans should be safe from the rain, but until then, stay prepared for frequent showers and potential thunderstorms, especially Tuesday and Wednesday.
